The commission typically covers my team’s expertise in pricing, marketing, negotiating, handling paperwork, and guiding you through the entire sales process. It also includes the costs of marketing the property, such as online listings, photography, video and sometimes staging.

The short answer is no, as commissions have always been negotiable. However, just like staging, marketing and pricing, offering a competitive commission is important in marketing your home to buyers and attracting attention.

The commission is typically a percentage of the final sale price of your home, agreed upon in the listing agreement. It’s often split between the listing agent (representing you, the seller) and the buyer’s agent.

The commission covers my team’s services, but there may be other fees, such as for title, escrow, and state excise tax. I will put together a “Net Proceeds” sheet so you can see a fairly accurate breakdown and how much you will walk away with after closing.

Average days on market depends heavily on your price point and neighborhood. However, once your home has an accepted offer, it typically takes 30–40 days to close.